Comparing the BMW M5 and the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW M5 is available at ₹18,999,000, while the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 is priced at ₹369,899. On the engine front, the BMW M5 comes with a 4395 cc unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10's 998 cc, producing 727 bhp (combined system output) and 50.4 kW@5600 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 10.5 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M5 versus 24.90 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 18.6 kWh PHEV Battery | Standard 12V car battery |
| Displacement | 4395 cc | 998 cc |
| Drive Type | M xDrive AWD | Front‑Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | 4.4L S63 V8 TwinPower Turbo + PHEV Electric Motor | K-Series Dual Jet, Dual VVT Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 27 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol + PHEV | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic | 5‑speed |
| Mileage | 10.5 kmpl (approx) | 24.90 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 8 | 3 |
| Power | 727 bhp (combined system output) | 50.4 kW@5600 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 1000 Nm (combined) | 91 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic DCT) | 5‑speed Manual / 5‑speed AMT |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 18.6 kWh (PHEV) | — |
| Charging Time | AC: ~3.5 hours (3.7 kW) | — |
| Range | 67 km EV range | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 500 Litres | 214 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3050 kg | 1210 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 128 mm | 160 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2440 kg | 740–757 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1464 mm | 3530 mm × ~1490 mm × ~1520 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2380 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Integral Active Steering) | Collapsible/adjustable steering column |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Manual air conditioning |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Curved Display (M-specific) | Semi‑digital |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats with Heating | — |
| Infotainment System | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Available touchscreen (7″ SmartPlay Studio on higher trims) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Manual adjustable ORVMs |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front power windows on most trims |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | M Full Merino Leather / Alcantara | Fabric seats |
| Sound System | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker | 2‑4 speaker audio (varies by trim) |
| Sunroof | Glass Sunroof | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-specific wide body | Yes (painted bumpers on most trims) |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight | Halogen headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Standard halogen combination lamps |
| Tyre Size | 275/35 R20 (front) / 285/35 R20 (rear) | 145/80 R13 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M ABS + Track mode | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 6 airbags standard |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic Brakes optional | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - M DSC with MDM + xDrive | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | — |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Storm BayBlack SapphireMarina Bay BlueSophisto GreyAlpine WhiteM Carbon BlackM Isle of Man Green | Solid WhiteMetallic Silky SilverMetallic Granite GreyMetallic Speedy BlueMetallic Sizzling RedPremium Earth GoldPearl Bluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.8 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
